Social Services

Social Services provide a variety of services for clinic, hospital, Hospice and Care Center patients, including those with Palliative and Medical Home care. They work as an advocate for patients and are available to meet with patients and their families to discuss any questions or concerns they may have.

Swing beds, Transitional and Care Center beds are also services available at Lakewood Health System. Social Services assist in the assessment and admission of these patients. Swing beds and Transitional beds are utilized for patients needing extended care services that meet appropriate insurance criteria. Care Center beds can include skilled nursing care or long term care services.

A Healthcare Directive gives your health care providers and/or your designated health care agent(s) the guidance to make health care decisions according to your wishes. It only applies when you cannot make decisions or communicate your wishes. The document may include what treatment you may want or may not want under specific circumstances.

Social Services at Lakewood Health System can assist you in filling out a healthcare directive and assuring your healthcare provider has this information in your medical records.

Click on the "Documents" icon on the right to access the necessary guides and forms.